Local Councillor John O’Brien urged anyone with information to contact the police, adding: “I think this man has worked very hard and it’s a shame he has put so much into the business, only for some thieves to come along during the night and destroy his business in a matter of minutes.”

Local police are continuing to investigate the sequence of break-ins at the Bow Street Garage.

DS Alec Raeside of Levenmouth CID said: “We are keen to speak with any person who may have knowledge of the incidents or who has been offered any tools for sale. We have now introduced security measures at the premises which should assist with tracing any person who intends breaking in.” Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland immediately on 101 or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.